The leak test must be carried out in a well-ventilated area, free
from any flames or other sources of ignition.
Connection
in assembly
Foamy
bubbles
indicate a
leak
Connections to be leak tested
Regulator into cylinder
Hose to regulator
Hose to appliance
Fig.G
FLASHBACK (flames in the burner tube)
•
If a flash back occurs (indicated by a roaring noise),
immediately close the cylinder valve.
•
Turn the heater OFF at the control knob.
•
Disconnect the regulator and allow the heater to cool.
•
Check for blockages in the venturi ports. Clean with com-
pressed air, a small soft brush or pipe cleaners.
•
If the problem persists in reuse, have the heater checked by
a qualified technician.
LEAK TEST
•
With the cylinder connected to
the heater. Open the cylinder
valve.
•
Brush the connections (heater
to cylinder) with a solution of
equal parts soap and water
(make sure it's foamy).
•
A stream of bubbles forming
indicates a gas leak. (See
Fig.G)
•
If bubbles appear, turn the
cylinder valve OFF (clockwise)
and disconnect the heater from
the gas cylinder.
•
Tighten the connection and
retry the leak test.
•
If you are unsure or if you
cannot tighten the connection,
place the cylinder outside in a
cool, well-ventilated area and
contact Alva on 086 100 ALVA
(2582).
•
A leak between the heater and
cylinder can lead to a high
pressure fire, which is very
dangerous and can result in
extensive injury or even death.
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How to do
a leak test
http://www.
youtube.com
/watch?v=8L
pZ1B0m23Y
&feature=plcp
FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS
•
Turn off the gas
supply at the
bottle.
•
Extinguish all
naked flames.
DO NOT operate
any electrical
appliances.
•
Ventilate the
area.
•
Check for leaks
(see LEAK TEST)
•
If odour per-
sists, contact
your dealer or
local gas supplier
immediately.
How to ignite
your heater
http://www.
youtube.com
/watch?v=hVD
S7G6mkYE
&feature=plcp